Course Content and Outcome Guide for CG 144 Effective Summer 2015

Course Number:

CG 144

Course Title:

Introduction to Assertiveness

Credit Hours:

1

Lecture Hours:

10

Lecture/Lab Hours:

0

Lab Hours:

0

Special Fee:

Course Description

Applies assertive communication skills to relationships both in personal and professional environments. Includes an overview of assertive communication and behavior and skill development in the areas of communication and personal conflict resolution. Audit available.

Intended Outcomes for the course

Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:

1. Continually analyze the effectiveness of ones own assertiveness skills in both personal and professional environments. 2. Employ assertive communication when appropriate. 3. Manage emotional reaction in both personal and professional environments.

Outcome Assessment Strategies

1. Written and/or oral assignments designed to promote integration of class material.